Channel Field Sales Representative III -

Bayer; Boon Township (MI); On-site; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Channel Field Sales Representative III to grow the seeds & traits business in the Michigan area. You will drive market share through Seed Professionals, collaborate with Bayer teams, and manage inventory to meet sales objectives.

The role requires strong sales and communication skills, the ability to analyze market data, and willingness to travel; salary is discussed, with comprehensive benefits. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in sales, marketing, account management or agriculture.
• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, oral and written).
• Willingness to travel and live/work in a rural environment.
• Bachelor's degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Achieve assigned targets with Bayer products.
• Develop and implement professional seller business plans and forecast management.
• Serve as business consultant to Seedsmen and their sales teams.
• Identify service gaps and recruit Seed Professionals to increase market penetration.
• Demonstrate product performance and Bayer knowledge.
• Collaborate with Field Sales Representatives and Bayer specialists.
• Manage inventory and ensure program execution.
• Analyze market and competition to drive decisions.
• Travel approximately 60% (day travel).

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

Communication skills

Initiative and drive

Business acumen

Forecasting

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Driving record check

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

At Bayer, we believe work should matter. Every day, our teams push toward a future where "Health for all, Hunger for none" is within reach, and every role, from the lab to the field to the boardroom, helps us get there. We give people the ownership to shape outcomes, the support to grow through new skills and experiences, and a global community where different perspectives are valued. If you want your work to count and the room to become your best, you'll find it here.

Channel Field Sales Representative III -

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Field Sales Representative for Channel Seed you will be responsible for growing the market share of the seeds & traits business covering the Northeast Nebraska. In this position, you will support demand for Channel products through Seed Professionals (exclusive independent Channel seed reps).

• Achieve assigned targets with Bayer products in coordination with pod-mates (other Bayer commercial employees in the same geography);
• Develop and implement Professional Seller business plans, manage forecasting proactively, inventory management and product line demand issues, set the business direction, and coordinate follow ups with dealers;
• Serve as the key business consultant to Seedsmen and their sales teams to ensure they can effectively sell the value of Bayer Crop Science products;
• Identify service gaps in your local market and help recruit new Seed Professionals to increase market penetration where appropriate;
• Demonstrate proof of product performance against the competition by being the champion of Bayer brands and product/technical/agronomic knowledge;
• Collaborate with pod mate Field Sales Representatives (FSRs), Customer Business Advisors (CBAs) and Bayer Agronomists (TAs) and Technology Development Representatives (TDRs) to maximize services, information, and sales to preferred growers and key customer accounts;
• Actively manage inventory concerns as appropriate to ensure success of meeting business objectives;
• Gather, assimilate and analyze market and competitive information and utilize data to make key decisions to drive the business;
• Follow set strategies for achieving long and short business plans;
• Effectively manage expenses, discretionary dollars and program payments per Bayer Crop Science policy;
• Show initiative in expanding selling skills and product/portfolio knowledge;
• Ensure achievement of program execution and program fulfillment, including national/regional marketing initiatives;
• Successfully partner with pod mate FSRs/CBAs and manage the local relationships between Seed Professionals, retailers, dealers and top growers;
• Act as the business expert for top growers and Seed Professionals, while planning for customer business needs;
• Act as mentor to FSR interns, Trainees, or more junior FSRs as requested by leadership;
• Manage area claims per Bayer Crop Science policy and process through effective problem solving, execution, administration, and resource management;
• Travel approximately 60% (primarily day travel in the listed geography).

WHO YOU ARE

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Substantial experience in sales, marketing, account management or agriculture;
• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, oral and written);
• Demonstrated initiative, assertiveness, and ability to drive results;
• Strong business acumen, account planning, influencing and critical thinking skills;
• Financial, time, and territory management proficiency;
• Proven ability to multi-task in a rapid-paced and matrixed environment;
• Strong user level computer and presentation skills (proficiencies in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Demonstrated digital acumen and ability to analyze data to influence decisions;
• Proven interest in supporting collaboration and teamwork;
• Willingness to travel and live/work in a rural environment;
• Position requires driving for the company that may fall under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction, this may entail the hauling of trailers, product, supplies or equipment in a safe manner;
• Ability to pass driving record background check (i.e. moving violations, accidents, License suspension, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree;
• 6+ years of experience in Sales, marketing, account management or agriculture;
• Demonstrated product, portfolio and agronomic knowledge.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between ($93,200.00 - $139,800.00) Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This job is available for application until at least October 22, 2026.

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Location: United States : Michigan : Residence Based

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 893606

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